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How many of you remember Randy Rayburn, the local restaurateur that championed hard to keep "guns out of bars" in Tennessee back in 2009 when the State was trying to decide whether or not to allow Handgun Carry Permit holders to go armed where alcohol is served for on-site consumption?  He pretty much was the media darling of the anti movement and penned at least one editorial in the Tennessean.   Well, the Tennessean has a nice article today about the closing of his flagship restaurant, Sunset Grill after 27 years of business.  According to the article, business began to fall into a slump for Randy in 2007 and Sunset Grill just never quite recovered from it.  I guess that explains why he had so much extra time on his hands two-years later to be a pain in the ass to legally armed Tennesseans.   While the closing of his oldest Nashville property likely has nothing to do with his decision to be an anti-gun prick, karma does seem to be getting a running start in 2015...   http://www.tennessean.com/story/life/food/2015/01/01/sunset-grill-closes-year-run-nashville/21148391/    

He campaigned hard to deny you and me of our constitutional rights, I have no sympathy for him whatsoever. I hope the employees find something but that's it, Rayburn can go bankrupt as far as I care.

I think you need a 4th option- neither like nor dislike.  Rails, or lack thereof, on a pistol won't factor into the decision if I buy a pistol or not.   I do concur with your thinking the lack of them on most 1911's are for the purist crowd.

I can't help but laugh at the Doberman characterizations.  I guess maybe pitbull owners feel the same way, but my experience with the breed has been anything but what Hollywood paints them as.  I'm sure you can train them to be vicious guard dogs by abusing them and keeping them away from any sort of friendly human contact, but the breed has the sinister nickname "Velcro Dogs" because they tend to be very clingy and needy of affection.  The one that presently shares our house with us is most happy when he's laying on the floor and has a drooling toddler crawling all over him, using his ears as reins and his snout as something to smack and slap with five fat little fingers.   He wouldn't know how to bite you if you showed him.

During my career, I've dealt with many dog vs people attacks.  99% have been Pits. One, a family pet, attacked a 3 year old...she lived but needed 116 stitches to her face and head. Another, severed a lady's Achillies tendon while she was walking her dog.   Yes, I've had to shoot a couple.  They are bullet sponges and are not impressed by the .40cal.   I love dogs (my Avatar is one of mine...I was holding the Holy Tennis Ball when I snapped the shot), but there are two breeds that I'm always leary of...Pits and Chows.   Pit lovers will say it's their upbringing.  I don't know...they seem to have this switch and you never know when it's going to be flipped.   My Weimaraners absolutely love kids and I wouldn't hesitate to leave them alone with a child.  The only bad thing that would happen would be "kissy slobber."

I had the opportunity to work with Tater last year. What a wonderful, funny, no nonsense man. It was an outdoor festival in eastern TN. There were a lot of young performers, the crowd was full of oddly colored hair and tattoos and piercings... NOT a Little Jimmy crowd. When he came out... all those youngsters ran to get as close as they could, and every song he sang, they knew every word and sang along. It was amazing. He looked over at me with a look of, "What the hell?" :rofl:   We were talking backstage at the Opry one night, and I had mentioned I wasn't sure that I was gonna get there earlier that night, because I'd had car trouble. He looked at me and said, "Son, if it's got tits or a motor, it's gonna give you trouble."   I will miss him greatly. Godspeed, Jimmy. You were the last of the breed.

Things to remember about fly fishing   -80% of what you hear is BS and usually somoene trying to get you to buy something. -You dont need a 1000 dollar rig (trout dont care if you are casting a Orvis Helios 2 or a Pflueger from walmart) -you dont have to understand the 450 million different fly patterns to catch trout (you need to know about 5 drys and 3 nymphs and ONE midge) -you do need to understand at least what is hatching the time of the year you are fishing and to a certain extent and what size that bug is (a little entomology) -follow the  Curtis Creek Manifesto as JPS has stated (its so easy a 5 year old could do it) -Watch the movie Low and Clear and be like Xenie  -you dont have to be able to cast a perfect loop at 60 feet to catch fish -dont let your fly drag in the current -if you arent catching fish -- throw something SMALLER -Dont fish the same drift if your not catching fish .... you will continue not to catch fish (think of the definition of insane) -you need to learn 3 knots.... -ignore liberals who tell you to keep it low impact -- they dont catch many fish     buy Waders - stocking foot <-if you want to fish tailwaters or early and late in the year for creeks, if not wet wading will be fine mostly Boots - Felt (these are like driving 4x4s while wading, unless you are a commie, they will bitch about cross contamination, introducing invasive species of bugs and plants..if your a commie then wear vibram sole.. bust you a$$ and end your fly fishing career early...but hey, you didn't introduce any new bugs or plants to the area so its ok) Fly box Wading socks for wet wading Quick dry clothing rod and reel 5wt good all around for here (tfo has some good rods for cheap and they have lifetime unconditional warranties so when you break one swatting at a hornets nest they will replace no questions asked)   tippet and leaders 4x to 5x or 6x strength good all around for here   Terminology you need to know  Square Tails or Specs (often called brook trout or brookies by yankees ... but these are not trout at all...they are Char and are the only NATIVE species of so called Trout to the area) Brownies -- Brown Trout Bows -- Rainbow Trout F&&& me SOB MF...-- what comes out of your mouth when you wear Vibram and not Felt     Up to you but....... at least a 454 casull  (ruger alaskan will do) to carry as a sidearm for bears and banjos. <-- this is optional but highly recommended             that will about do it   :)    I fly fish all over east tn, southwest va and western nc about every weekend between feb and the end of october (anytime that isn't Duck Whacking time) and would be more than happy to help anyone who really WANTS to learn

  You obviously do not know anything about Dobermans.

I would trust my dog alone with kids more than ANY human I know. Here's the evil beast with my kids. [URL=http://s612.photobucket.com/user/gregintenn/media/IMG_4617_zps5fa28856.jpg.html][/URL]

  Chows are some innately flaky animals.  Fatal Attraction, ice-pick under the pillow, kind of dogs.  I've known several people who owned them and to a one each of those dogs was batshit bipolar and you never knew "which dog" was going to be at the end of your arm when you went to pet them.

Well in the morning I'm taking my bil out for his first time deer hunting and possibly hunting in general but I'm not sure. I'm really hoping the weather doesn't keep them in the woods because I don't have any dry accomadations in the woods. I was planning to move a pop up into some woods today but just ran outta time. I keep telling myself that since it was nasty today and supposed to be all night, maybe they'll get out for a bit first thing. I suppose we'll see.

I will get my payment in soon. #21 again. Regular blade.

Payment sent for 26 and 32, regular blades

January 2, 2015... TGO Logo Decals are once again available in the store. Will be ordering more once this batch runs out. Also once again available in the store are the "Shall Not Be Infringed" decals. http://www.tngunowners.com/forums/store/

I'm pretty sure the NRA convention is at the Music City Center.  Everyone come and invite all of their friends.  Nashville needs to pay for that blasted building WITHOUT raising my taxes to do so!!!

I'm a big fan of the GSD. They make great working dogs and family members. I don't like small kids around large dogs unattended. When it comes to an animals prey drive, it's something that's under control until it isn't. I fall into the camp that believes that there are more bad owners than bad dogs.

I've been in the restaurant business for many years. I worked for Rayburn many years ago before any of his political BS. I never had any issues with him personally, but he was well known to be a horses behind in the industry. At that time he had a heck of a lot of debt and mutiple mortgages on his large home. I have a feeling with the help of his political stunts it all just finally caught up with him.

  My female is the exact same way. Hell, she is deathly afraid of a baby gate we have because if fell over once and made a loud noise.

All of this is why I have cats..... If I am ever mauled to death by my cats..... it was just my time.

I use to love to read Massad Ayoobs actual cop shootout after action reviews in American Handgunner. It showed me that all kinds of rounds may or may not stop an opponent. Every situation and individual is different.   As far as throwing the little .25 auto under the bus, hmmm, 50gr FMJ going 800+ FPS ... I would not want to get hit anywhere in the skull with it!     BTW, has anyone priced a box of .25 lately, if you can find them, that's the biggest reason I see to not owning one!  :pleased:   While I agree with being prepared to defend one's self, the reality is 99% of those on this forum will never pull a trigger in defense, and God willing, you better hope that to be true. I personally would not want to pull the trigger on another human being. Your life would never be the same in more ways then one. Would I defend myself or family in an armed confrontation? Darn right, but I pray to never see that day in my lifetime.

Karma is a bitch

You just never know with dogs. They are still animals. My fiance and I have talked this over and if we ever have kids they will never be left alone with our dogs and we have 2 of the sweetest dogs you can imagine. 

  No kidding.  I'd rather the cameras focus on the anti-gun crazies for protesting businesses and entertainers that appeal to everyday Americans rather than have idiots like Open Carry Texas, or any of the window licking militias doing their "training" be on the 'C' block of the news.

Moms Demand Action is a good enemy to have.  Did wonders for Kroger...   http://bearingarms.com/kroger-sees-profits-soar-ignoring-anti-gun-boycott-threat/

Just a reminder Gentleman, this knife is going to happen regardless  but if you want one payment is due by Jan 26th that is the deadline 

This old gal has a few more years on her than most women I am attracted to, but in only two short months she has become the love of my life. My wife actually gave her to me for my birthday (translation: she caught me sneaking her down the back steps to basement). 1952 Savage Model 99E in .308 Winchester.

http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2014/12/31/moms-demand-action-targets-alan-jackson-jeff-foxworthy/       I'd like to see "Moms Demand Action" confront Jeff Foxworthy and try to "educate" him.

A Paypal sent for a regular blade with my usual number.   Thanks Willis!

I've been on my own for 10 years in March. Not having a guaranteed paycheck on Friday will keep you honest. With small kids, I'm our sole breadwinner, so it can be stressful. Even with the stress, I'm not sure I could go back to the man. It would really have to be the right deal. That said, there's an old saying, "nothing parties like a rental." It's definitely worth spending some time with some folks who have done equipment rental.

I know you can hustle but remember it all starts with a vision! Basic rules apply to all enterprises!

I'm going out in the morning, just me, my rifle, and my scuba gear....dang rain!

I had recently spoken with one of the trainers at Panera in Brentwood I jokingly said Glad I can still come in here I reallly like their Smoked ham and Swiss. But I will find other options when the Gun Buster sign goes up. She let me know that the owner would not be posting any such signs in his store. Some do get it.

Posting to remember. 

I have a Technics SP-15 like this. They were used for on air record play, and were real expensive. The TT, base, and tonearm were sold seperately. Mine has a Technics arm like this one. Back in the day, I always used Audio Technica arms with these turntables and bases. The AT arm was more monkey proof. The Technics arms would have never survived in most control rooms.

A dog is a dog. I've been bitten by Labs before, on several occasions. I also have a scar on my eyelid as proof to one of the bites. Like others have said you never know what they're going to do but how they're raised has a lot to do with it. My opinion at least.

I have owned three Dobermans in my life, my last one past a year and a half ago. I was a responsible dog owner, had control of my dog , and controlled who was around him at all times. I have little patience or sympathy for those that do not. The worst are those that allow their dogs to run free off their property. We shouldn't need laws to make them control their dogs, but obviously we do. Any dog can bite, but unless someone is breaking into your home or attacking you; it is your responsibility to make sure it doesn't happen and your liability if it does.

You should do a little research on the origins of the Doberman. Your version simply is not true. The very name Doberman is a reference to the tax collector that "created" the breed.

Updated mine for the New Year. Forrest Bondurant, my favorite character of all time

Why is no one suing the Xanax moms for slander?

  I'll restart it. Have I iterated my personal stance? (I'd have to re-read thread to see :) :)) :   Short of getting a letter addressed to me personally forbidding it, or a public official ruling on ATF site that shouldering a brace on my AR or AK pistol is unlawful period, I'll continue to fire mine as I please. I maintain I have no illegal SBRs in my possession.   - OS

Thanks, I hate owning money to anyone. Since everyone is showing off their scores mine is the red one.

My other Christmas present. My upper came in today and my pig yesterday. Still waiting on everything else. Palmetto states customer service is non existent right now. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

WOW ! That was easy........ I drilled one small hole then a second larger hole.....tapped in the easy out and she screwed right out. I sincerely believe I will never get that lucky on something like this again.

Thank you for the nice words !! If you have stopped in before come back and see what we have done to it and let us know if you like it or not. We just signed up as a vendor here (Thanks to all the guys that stopped by and said they read about us here) We hope to stay around a LONG time and even expand to a new area soon. Thank You again for the warm welcome   We are open Tue-Thur 10-6 and Fri/Sat 10-7 (We also can meet on Sunday/Monday to sell that special weapon you wanted but just couldn't make it in ) We offer Firearm Transfers (private party to party or dealer transfers) for $15 + Tics ($10 for LEO/First Responders/Military (Retired/Active) and Yes Teachers)

The problem with all of this boils down to stupidity.  The NFA laws are stupid and people who constantly write letters to the BATFE to scratch their guilty conscience or uncertainty are stupid for doing so.  If you ask the same question enough times, sooner or later you're going to get the answer you don't want.

I no more want TN to band together in an attempt to change your state's laws than I want CT "and friends" to band together to attempt to change TN's laws.

I prefer to avoid having to shoot people.....it gets rather expensive.... ;)

  I decided many years ago that I wanted to learn how to fly fish, so I picked up a copy of this: 'Curtis Creek Manifesto: A Fully Illustrated Guide to the Stategy, Finesse, Tactics, and Paraphernalia of Fly Fishing'.  It's a large format soft cover book, illustrated with cartoon-type drawings. It has all the information you need to teach yourself the basics. (Currently it's $8.42 from Amazon.)   I am completely self-taught, and yet I've stood shoulder-to-shoulder on blue ribbon trout streams with fishermen who have paid big money for to attend fly-fishing 'schools' who have asked me for advice.  (I recommended they get a copy of this book.)     I still keep a copy in the back pocket of my fishing vest, and presented a copy to my sons along with their first fly rods.